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Voting Concludes; Counting Underway Across the Country

Following the conclusion of voting in the 13th National Parliamentary Election and the nationwide referendum, ballot counting has begun in many parts of the country. Ballot boxes have already been transported from polling stations to designated counting centers.

Voting for the 13th National Assembly elections ended in a festive atmosphere

Voting in the 13th National Parliamentary Election concluded in a festive atmosphere across the country. The polls began at 7:30 am on Thursday and ended at 4:30 pm. Officials concerned stated that the voting process was completed peacefully.

Army’s Role So Far Is Commendable: Jamaat Ameer

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has expressed satisfaction over the professionalism and activities of the Bangladesh Army in the ongoing election process. Speaking at an emergency briefing held in Mirpur, Dhaka on Thursday (February 12), he said that if the Army continues to play its current firm and neutral role until the end of voting, the nation will witness a free and fair election.

“Your Vote Has Already Been Cast” Nurjahan Begum Breaks Down in Tears at Polling Center

A female voter, who has participated in many previous elections, broke down in tears at a polling center after being told that her vote had already been cast.

Intelligence report shows BNP ahead, three-way and four-way fight in many seats

Ahead of the 13th National Parliament elections, multiple intelligence agencies have collected and analyzed information at the field level to assess the overall situation in the country. A picture of the possible results has been created by considering the organizational strength of the candidates in various seats, local influence, alliance equations and the position of rebel candidates.

Distribution of Election Materials Begins in Panchagarh Ahead of 13th National Polls

Distribution of election materials has begun in Panchagarh district ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election 2026. On Saturday (February 11) morning, transparent ballot boxes and other necessary election materials were dispatched to various polling centers across the district.

27,000 Licensed Firearms Deposited Nationwide; 20,000 Yet to Be Surrendered

Ahead of the 13th National Parliamentary Election scheduled for February 12, the interim government instructed all licensed firearm holders across the country to deposit their weapons to ensure a free, fair, and peaceful election environment.

BNP Candidate Calls for Female Voters to Unveil Faces Inside Polling Stations

BNP candidate for the Sylhet-4 constituency, Ariful Haque Chowdhury, has called for female voters arriving at polling centers to remove their face veils (niqab) before casting their votes.

IUTA Calls for Voting in Favor of BNP at Islamic University

The Islamic University Teachers’ Association (IUTA), Islamic University (IU) unit, distributed leaflets calling on people to vote in favor of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).

Jamaat-e-Islami Holds Election Procession in Kalia

A large election procession was held in Kalia in support of Jamaat-e-Islami–nominated parliamentary candidate Obaidullah Qaiser for the Narail-1 constituency. The procession was organized by the 11-party electoral alliance and carried the party’s election symbol, the Scales.

3,731 Ansar and VDP Members to Be Deployed at 287 Polling Centers in Panchagarh

A total of 3,731 members of the Ansar and Village Defence Party (VDP) will be deployed at 287 polling centers across Panchagarh district for the 13th National Parliamentary Election. The polling centers are located in Tetulia, Panchagarh Sadar, and Atwari upazilas, covering the district’s two parliamentary constituencies.

Amir Khasru Warns Voters, Says “They Are Printing Ballots and Buying Burqas”

BNP Standing Committee member and Chattogram-11 (Port–Patenga) constituency candidate Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury has urged voters to remain vigilant on polling day for the 13th National Parliamentary Election.

Anyone Attempting Vote Rigging Will End Up in Hospital: Sarjis Alam

Sarjis Alam, Chief Organizer of the National Citizen Party (NCP) in the northern region and the 11-party alliance–nominated parliamentary candidate for the Panchagarh-1 constituency, has issued a strong warning against any attempt at vote rigging, saying he would not allow even a single vote to be stolen.

Awami League Would Benefit Most If Referendum Is Implemented: Manju

Majibur Rahman Manju, Chairman of the Amar Bangladesh Party (AB Party) and the 11-party alliance candidate for the Feni-2 constituency, has claimed that the Awami League would be the biggest political beneficiary if the upcoming referendum results in a “Yes” verdict and the July Charter is implemented.

Video of Cash Handed to Betel Leaf Vendor Goes Viral, Barrister Shahriar Issues Apology

A video showing a political figure handing cash to a betel leaf vendor during an election campaign has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread criticism. The footage features Barrister ASM Shahriar Kabir, who was campaigning for Jamaat-e-Islami in the Dhaka-15 constituency, and has triggered debate over whether the act violated election rules.

March Payments Drop Ahead of Election, Slum Residents Say Political Rallies Now Pay Less

As elections approach, residents of a riverside slum in Ramchandrapur area of Rajshahi city once again find themselves being called to join political rallies—an arrangement they describe as seasonal but familiar. For many women and unemployed residents of the area, attending marches offers a small but important source of extra income. However, they say the payment this time is noticeably lower than before.

Competing Alliances and Youth Vote Set to Shape Bangladesh’s 13th National Election: Reuters

Bangladesh’s political landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation ahead of the 13th national parliamentary election and the accompanying constitutional referendum. After years of elections marked by limited competition, many observers—particularly young voters who took part in the 2024 protest movement—believe the upcoming vote could be the country’s first genuinely competitive election since 2009, according to a report by Reuters.

Tarique Rahman to be Bangladesh's 19th Prime Minister: Innovation Consulting

As the election time approaches, the support for BNP among the people is getting stronger. This information was given by the private consulting firm Innovation Consulting, which was reflected in the third round of its 'People's Election Pulse Survey (PEPS). According to the survey results, 47.6 percent of people think that BNP Chairperson Tarique Rahman can become the Prime Minister of Bangladesh in the future.

BNP election rally in Savar's Shahibagh, calls for unity in favor of rice sheaf

A lively election rally was held in Savar's Shahibagh area in support of BNP's nominated candidate for Dhaka-19 constituency Dr. Dewan Mohammad Salauddin Babu. The spontaneous participation of local BNP and its affiliated organizations' leaders, supporters and general voters in this rally held in Ward No. 7 of Savar Municipality created a festive atmosphere throughout the area.

Jamaat MP Candidate Mufti Amir Hamza Falls Ill During Campaign, Hospitalized

Jamaat-e-Islami’s nominated MP candidate for Kushtia-3, Mufti Amir Hamza, suddenly fell ill during his election campaign. He has been admitted to the Kushtia 250-bed General Hospital, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.

More than 50 leaders and activists from Barisal leave Ganadhikar Parishad and join Jamaat

About 50 leaders and activists from Barisal district, Gournadi and Agailjhara upazila branches of Ganadhikar Parishad have officially joined Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami. They joined at an election meeting organized at Sarikal Talimul Quran Islamia Dakhil Madrasa ground in Gournadi upazila on Saturday (February 7) afternoon.

Jamaat Ameer announces Nahid Islam as minister if he wins the election

Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has announced that if the 11-party alliance comes to power, National Citizens Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam will be included in the cabinet. He made this announcement at an election rally organized in the capital's Badda.

If he comes to power, the country will be reconstructed: Tarique Rahman

BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman wants to form a government with the support of the people. He said that for the past 16 years, the autocratic ruling class has only seen its own interests. If BNP comes to power, the country will be reconstructed anew.

Want to see victory of 180 million people, not just a few: Jamaat Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman has said that Jamaat wants to see victory of 180 million people, not just a few. He said, we want to build a safe and proud Bangladesh for all. Those who have turned politics into a business product will never be able to build a country. We have no desire to go back to the old politics; we want to change Bangladesh through change.

BNP's 51-point manifesto to build a 'welfare-oriented, prosperous Bangladesh'

BNP has announced a 51-point election manifesto outlining the steps it will take for the welfare of the country and the people if it wins the 13th national elections and gets the opportunity to form a government. The manifesto has been formulated by prioritizing 9 sectors with the intention of building a 'welfare-oriented, prosperous Bangladesh'.

50 BNP and Jatiya Party Leaders, Activists Join NCP

At least 50 leaders and activists from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jatiya Party have officially joined the National Citizen Party (NCP) in Pirgachha upazila of Rangpur. The defectors said they switched parties as BNP and Jatiya Party no longer uphold patriotism, democracy, or properly value dedicated grassroots workers, prompting them to move toward a new political platform.

JUCSU Vice President Jitu Joins BNP

Abdur Rashid Jitu, Vice President (VP) of the Jahangirnagar University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU), has joined the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). He formally joined the party on Friday (6 February) in the presence of BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, along with the president and general secretary of Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal.

“I Am the Whole of Bangladesh”: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, said, “I have no specific address— the whole of Bangladesh is my address. You may say that ‘Whole Bangladesh’ is also written on trucks, but yes, I am the whole of Bangladesh. If we can form the government, I will deliver development to every household.” He made the remarks on Friday (6 February) at a rally held at Bauphal Public Ground in support of the Scales symbol, organized by the 11-party alliance.

Bir Protik Mohammad Didarul Alam Calls for Votes for “Scales” Symbol, Video Goes Viral

Bir Protik–awardee freedom fighter Mohammad Didarul Alam has called on the public to vote for the “Scales” symbol in a video message that has recently gone viral on social media. In the video, he clearly expresses his support for politics based on justice, fairness, and good governance, sparking widespread discussion across online platforms.

Jamaat is a Progressive and Centrist Islamic Political Party: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, the Amir of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, has stated that Jamaat is a progressive and centrist Islamic political party that continuously adapts its policies and programs in line with social, economic, and political realities. He emphasized that the party has always believed in democratic and people-oriented politics.

Absent but Dominant: Awami League’s Vote Bank Holds the Political Battlefield in Its Grip!

In Bangladesh’s electoral politics, one undeniable reality stands out—the Awami League’s vote bank has long been the key to power. An analysis of the results from the past 12 national parliament elections shows that the party has a deep-rooted, organized, and regionally entrenched voter base. This vote bank is not limited to ideological loyalty; it is closely tied to state power, development politics, administrative influence, and local political structures. Even though the Awami League is officially absent from the 13th national elections, in reality, the entire electoral process revolves around this vote bank.

Working mothers to work 5 hours a day, government to subsidize remaining time: Jamaat Ameer

If Jamaat-e-Islami comes to power, working mothers will work 5 hours a day and the government will subsidize the remaining 3 hours, said the party's Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman.

Exiled Awami League leaders are planning to return to the country!

Senior leaders of Bangladesh’s Awami League, currently living in exile and facing charges ranging from crimes against humanity to murder, sedition, and corruption, are attempting to orchestrate a political comeback from abroad. Operating primarily from India’s cities of Kolkata and New Delhi, the now-banned party continues its political maneuvering despite legal prohibitions at home.

Jamaat-e-Islami's nominated candidate for Sherpur-3 constituency Nuruzzaman Badal passes away

Nuruzzaman Badal (51), secretary of the Sherpur district branch of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and Jamaat-e-Islami's nominated candidate for Sherpur-3 (Sribardi-Jhenaigati) parliamentary constituency, has passed away (Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Rajiun). His death has cast a shadow of deep sorrow over the political arena of Sherpur.

From DUCSU to JOCSU, ‘New History’ Announced on 12th: Jamaat Ameer’s Heartfelt Message in Chittagong

Referring to the recent trend of student politics from Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) to Jagannath University Central Students’ Union (JUCSU), Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said, “It started with DUCSU, and stopped at JOCSU for the time being. History will be created on the 12th.” He claimed that the message of change that has come from the educational arena will also be reflected in national politics.

Over Fifty Awami League Leaders, Activists Join BNP in Raipur

More than fifty leaders and activists of the Awami League have joined the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Raipur, Lakshmipur. The defectors said they were inspired by BNP’s ideology and leadership in deciding to join the party.

Call for change, not rotten politics, expectation of justice in the voice of the youth of the 24th: Dr. Shafiqur Rahman

Not rotten and dirty politics, but fundamental change is the main demand of the youth of the 24th - said the Ameer of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Dr. Shafiqur Rahman. He said that the current generation no longer wants to bear the burden of the old failed politics; they want to see a just, humane Bangladesh. He said these things in his speech as the chief guest at the election rally of the 11-party alliance at the Katiadi College Ground in Kishoreganj at 11 am on Tuesday (February 3).

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